How to Change Sewing Machine Needle | Sewing 101

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Learn how to change sewing machine needle so you can say goodbye to being accidents. Like being pierced by a sewing machine needle while inserting or removing it. Check out the step by step here!

Sewing 101: How to Change Sewing Machine Needle Like A Pro

Proper insertion of your needle in your sewing machine is essential. It guarantees proper stitch formation and prevents any permanent damage to your machine or your sewing project.

Learning how to change sewing machine needle is easy. But actually inserting a needle into a sewing machine requires you to make sure you don't break the needle in the process. This will help you work safely and efficiently on your sewing projects.

Tools Needed:

needle
screwdriver
needle insertion tool

Steps on How to Change Sewing Machine Needle:

Removing the Needle

Insert the tip of the needle into the small hole of the needle insertion tool.
Pull it up over the needle.
Take your screwdriver and start loosening the needle screw.
Loosen it the rest of the way using your hand, until the screw drops out.

Replacing the Needle

Insert your needle on the hole of your needle insertion tool.
Push it as high as it can go.
Tighten the space using your finger.
Do a quarter of a turn with your screwdriver.
Remove the tool from your needle.

Steps on How to Change Sewing Machine Needle:

You need a needle insertion tool so you won't lose your needle down at the base of your machine.
Some sewpers place a small piece of paper or an index card on the base. This stops the needle from falling down into the machine, incase you drop your needle.
The flat space on the needle has to back when it is inserted. It also has a rounded area.
Feel the groove in the front of the needle — that means your needle was inserted properly.

After you've removed the needle, dispose your needles properly on the sharp's container. You may use a prescription pill container, or a film canister as long as you dispose of your needles in a safe place. See it's that easy to learn how to change sewing machine needle.

Watch this tutorial Made to Sew if you need some visuals:

Now that you've learned the proper method of sewing machine needle insertion and removal, you can be safe and confident the next time you attempt it.

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Editor’s Note: This article was originally published 0n October 10, 2019, and has been updated for quality and relevancy.